Glycerol (C3H8O3)

glycerol presents a C3 framework, alcohol functionality (formula C3H8O3, CAS 56-81-5). ChemicalTool Reaction can propose ranked disconnections for glycerol from the SMILES OCC(O)CO.

Target: Glycerol
CAS: 56-81-5
Formula: C3H8O3
Approx. MW: 92.09
SMILES: OCC(O)CO
PubChem CID: 753
Approx. carbons: C3

Glycerol structure

Properties

IUPAC name: propane-1,2,3-triol
Common names: glycerol; glycerin; 56-81-5; Glycerine; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; Glycyl alcohol; Trihydroxypropane; Glyceritol; Osmoglyn; 1,2,3-trihydroxypropane
Molecular weight: 92.09
Exact mass: 92.05
InChIKey: PEDCQBHIVMGVHV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting point: 64 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling point: 554 °F at 760 mmHg (decomposes) (NTP, 1992)
Density: 1.261 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of Glycerol?

Glycerol has molecular formula C3H8O3. Molecular weight about 92.09 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of Glycerol?

The CAS Registry Number for Glycerol is 56-81-5.

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References & tools

ChemicalTool Reaction — AI retrosynthesis with optional library evidence.
PubChem — compound identifiers and structure depictions (NIH/NCBI).
Related: AiZynthFinder / synthesis planning literature for computer-aided retrosynthesis.